first edition
1737 · London
by (SUTTON, THOMAS). BEARCROFT, PHILIP
London: Printed by E. Owen and Sold by F. Gyles, 1737. FIRST EDITION. 200 x 130 mm. (7 7/8 x 5 1/8"). xvi, 275, [1] (errata) pp.
Early 19th century panelled calf, raised bands, backstrip of earlier binding expertly laid on, spine gilt in compartments with floral spray centerpiece, botanical cornerpieces, red morocco label. With engraved frontispiece portrait of Sutton and two engraved folding plates, one a view of Charterhouse, the other of Sutton's tomb. Front pastedown with engraved 19th century bookplate bearing the Dunmurry Medlicott arms. ESTC T149589. ◆Joints and extremities a bit rubbed, three small patches to leather of covers, spine uniformly (truncated)
Early 19th century panelled calf, raised bands, backstrip of earlier binding expertly laid on, spine gilt in compartments with floral spray centerpiece, botanical cornerpieces, red morocco label. With engraved frontispiece portrait of Sutton and two engraved folding plates, one a view of Charterhouse, the other of Sutton's tomb. Front pastedown with engraved 19th century bookplate bearing the Dunmurry Medlicott arms. ESTC T149589. ◆Joints and extremities a bit rubbed, three small patches to leather of covers, spine uniformly (truncated)